Line Cook

Line Cook
Location: Okoboji, Iowa
Duration: Seasonal (Memorial Day – Labor Day)

Company Background

The Okoboji Store Bar and Kitchen provides a fast-paced, energetic work environment located right on East and West Lake Okoboji. We can give you the opportunity to work at the busiest summer tourist location in Iowa! We are looking for employees who are outgoing, possess strong work ethic, and who can provide professional, top notch service.

Position Summary

Line Cooks at The Okoboji Store play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality preparation of food for our customers.

Responsibilities

The following responsibilities will be expected for this position:

• Maintain strict adherence to safe and hygienic food-handling practices in all food preparation and serving areas.
• Prep kitchen tools and equipment by ensuring they are washed and functioning properly.
• Prepare a variety of ingredients with precision, considering the anticipated volume of the day.
• Follow recipes meticulously or adjust based on experience to achieve exceptional taste and quality.
• Manage multiple ticket orders, cooking each dish promptly and accurately, ensuring timely delivery to the expo.
• Conduct thorough tests to guarantee food is cooked to perfection; using methods such as taste, smell, or pierce.
• Monitor and regulate cooking temperatures for ovens, fryers, and grills throughout service hours.
• Execute a comprehensive end-of-day kitchen cleanup, maintaining impeccable hygiene standards; cleaning grills, taking out trash cans, wrapping up and storing foods, washing the floors, etc.

Requirements

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• Previous experience in food preparation and cooking is not required but a plus
• Flourishes in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently
• Strong communication skills essential for effective teamwork
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Hands-on training provided to enhance culinary skills and knowledge
• opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our kitchen

Application Process:

Apply on our careers website at maucareers.com